Definition of godchild Godchild

god•child

We found 4 definitions of godchild from 4 different sources.

What does godchild mean?

Noun Plural: godchildren
godchild - an infant who is sponsored by an adult (the godparent) at baptism
		infant, babe, baby a project of personal concern to someone; "this project is his baby"
		goddaughter a female godchild

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godchild (Noun)
A child whose baptism is sponsored by a godparent. In some cases the relationship is maintained indefinitely, with the godchild being treated much like a niece or nephew.

godchild (n.)
One for whom a person becomes sponsor at baptism, and whom he promises to see educated as a Christian; a godson or goddaughter. See Godfather.